1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 77 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Monaro | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |